1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercury Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (377 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | ML | Montego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2601 cc | 7033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
